Keto Mexican Taco Lasagna

Keto Mexican Taco Lasagna

Keto Mexican Taco Lasagna

Yield: 6 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients:

For the “Tortillas” (Using Low-Carb Wraps):

  • 6 low-carb tortillas or wraps (about 8 inches in diameter)

For the Filling:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (preferably low-carb)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup salsa (sugar-free and low-carb)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

For the Keto-Friendly Cream Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Toppings:

  • Diced tomatoes
  • Sliced green onions
  • Sliced black olives
  • Chopped fresh cilantro
  • Avocado slices

Instructions:

  1. Preheat and Prepare:
    • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook Ground Beef:
    • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
  3. Season and Add Sauce:
    • Add the taco seasoning and water to the cooked beef. Simmer until the mixture thickens. Stir in salsa and set aside.
  4. Prepare the Cream Sauce:
    • In a bowl, whisk together softened cream cheese, heavy cream, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Assemble the Lasagna:
    • In a baking dish, layer two tortillas at the bottom. Spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas, followed by half of the cream sauce. Sprinkle with a portion of shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat the layers.
  6. Bake:
    • Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve:
    • Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, and then slice. Top with diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, sliced black olives, chopped fresh cilantro, and avocado slices.

Nutrition Information (per serving):

  • Net Carbs: 6g
  • Fat: 24g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Calories: 320

Enjoy your Keto Mexican Taco Lasagna, a delicious and low-carb alternative! 🌮💙